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See how to reconcile a busy routine with the maintenance of a plant inside your home

Maybe you know the following story: you buy or get a beautiful plant, but thanks to the busy routine (which means lack of time for garden care), it stays in the shade, without the necessary sun to survive. Conclusion: soon the plant is dead and your house has lost a little bit of green.

If you've identified with the story and think having a shade plant indoors is nearly impossible, this story will raise your hopes. Check below the list of some species of plants that grow in the shade and do not need much exposure to the sun.

Saint-George's Sword

"Sword of Saint George" by Thiago Avancini is licensed under CC BY 2.0

Of African origin, the Sword-of-São-Jorge is a plant that requires little maintenance and is highly resistant. It should be planted in places with half shade, tolerating both light and no light environments. This plant can withstand situations of extreme heat or extreme cold, and should be watered whenever its soil is dry.

aglaonema

This plant, originating in Asia, the Philippines and Oceania, has about 50 species. It can withstand low temperatures, and only needs to be in the shade. It should be planted in well-drained soil, and always watered when the soil appears dry. It's great to have at home as it filters out toxins from the air.

Boa or pothos

This plant has about eight species, originating in the Solomon Islands, in Oceania. It is very practical, as it can adapt to the environment in which it finds itself. It doesn't need a lot of light, and it's another great plant for purifying the air, decreasing the amount of formaldehyde.

Peace lily

Original from Central America, it is a shade plant that combines beauty with simple care. Withstands low temperature climates, and needs moderate humidity. In her case, it is necessary to avoid using a dish with water under the vase. Like the above, it also removes formaldehyde and carbon monoxide from the air.

Anthurium

Original from Colombia, this plant is traditional in landscaping for its beauty and for being easy to grow and maintain. It should always be in half shade and watered regularly, but without soaking.

Elegant camedorea

If you have a room with indirect shade, this is your floor plan. Originating in Central America, it only needs a pot and water when its soil appears dry.

Zamioculcas

Original from Tanzania and Zanzibar, it is considered popular for indoor environments as it is a decorative plant. It is very resistant and can withstand high sun exposure or shade, in addition to being able to stay a long time without being watered. Just be careful not to put the plant in a pot with too much water or too much organic matter - it should have only slightly moist soil.

Aloe or pacova

Brazilian plant, the aloe vera (Philodendron martianum) is known for its effects in products such as hair bulb tonic, moisturizer and hair conditioner. Also called pacova, it is a typically tropical species, so it is necessary that it stay in half shade. It is a plant that does not withstand low temperatures and should be watered whenever its soil is dry.

lucky bamboo

Considered synonymous with good luck when given as a gift, this shade plant is called bamboo, but it does not have any bamboo. For maintenance, it is necessary to change the water once a week and expose it to indirect sunlight. Originating in Taiwan, it is an important plant in the feng shui.

syngon

Original from Nicaragua, it is a plant with decorative foliage. As it is not cold tolerant, it should always be in a damp shade and watered frequently, whenever your soil is dry, but without soaking it.

Peperomy

This plant grows in moderate sunlight or fluorescent light, making it a great shade plant choice for offices. Native to South America, it needs moderate water and humid environment conditions.